Literal Nonsense Podcast

Where the hell we been loca?!?!? Hallee and Jamie ARE BACK with their coverage on the Hunger Games series by Suzanne Collins. This episode covers Part 1 and 2 of Mockingjay, chapters 1-18, pages 1-261.We are so sorry we ghosted like a shitty frat bro. Life sometimes just gets a little too crazy. But we are BACK. And it's time to tie up some loose ends before we roll out our new content. Sorry we left you mid series, but let's finish up this clusterfuck. Katniss is in the midst of a love triangle and being used to star in B roll propaganda ads. Yikes. Join us as we finish up this beloved series. We are SO happy to be back.

Episode 61 - Welcome to the 75th annual Hunger Games !! In this episode, Hallee and Jamie continue their coverage on the Hunger Games series by Suzanne Collins. This episode covers Part 3 of Catching Fire, chapters 19-27, pages 267-391.TICK-TOCK, TICK-TOCK! Welcome to the Quarter Quell! We are tackling the book that has been so vividly engrained in our minds since the 7th grade. I mean c'mon, this book was PEAK middle school mass hysteria. And honestly, the re-read hits our soul just as hard as when we were itty bitty pre-teens. Join us as we dive into (haha, get it? Water reference?) this book and dissect the sick and twisted intricacies of this twisted arena. These games will truly be like no other.

Episode 60 !! Holy shit, episodes are just racking up. In this episode, Hallee and Jamie continue their coverage on the Hunger Games series by Suzanne Collins. This episode covers Part 1 and 2 of Catching Fire, chapters 1-18, pages 1-263.Our old time favorite! This book HITTTT different in 8th grade. I mean, c'mon - it had the coolest arena, love triangles, and pure savagery. We ate this shit UP - back then... and we still are now. Join us as we dive into all the politics and scheming before the 75 Hunger Games. This book takes on a whole new lens as an adult, and ESPECIALLY if you listened to our Sunrise on the Reaping episode.... wowza, Susanne Collins, you get it.

Episode 59 brings listeners right into the action of the 74th Hunger Games. In this episode, Hallee and Jamie continue their coverage on the Hunger Games series by Suzanne Collins. This episode covers Part 2 and 3 of The Hunger Games, chapters 10-27, pages 133-374..Into the arena we go!!! Even after all these years, this book has stood the test of time and keeping GIVING. The Games still make our heart pound, the violence is still brutal, and Katniss and Peeta still give us butterflies. Please join us for a book we ACTUALLY like. We promise we're not critical assholes all the time!

Episode 58 welcomes you to the 74th annual Hunger Games. In this episode, Hallee and Jamie continue their coverage on the Hunger Games series by Suzanne Collins. This episode covers Part 1 of The Hunger Games, chapters 1-9, pages 1-130.The NOSTALGIA. It is killing us. We feel like we are back in our middle school rooms, feeling all the teen angst like we truly are back in 8th grade. We are feeling allllll the feels. Seriously, we want to go wear mockingjay pins and dye our hair purple again. Please join us for this sweet little treat as we dissect our favorite childhood beloved series as adults. You won't want to miss it!

Episode 57 continues with poor Haymitch's experience in the Games. In this episode, Hallee and Jamie continue their coverage on the Hunger Games series by Suzanne Collins. This episode covers Part 2 and 3 of Sunrise on the Reaping, chapters 10-27, pages 135-382.We are fullyyyy in it now ladies and gentlemen. Join us as we discuss Haymitch's tragic origins as he battle for his life in the Quarter Quell. If you thought The Hunger Games trilogy was full of deception, scandal, plotting and vengeance, then really buckle up for this book. We were absolutely shook with Haymitch's games and his devastating homecoming. Cry with us so we're not alone.

Episode 56 brings a brand new book in this fantastic series. In this episode, Hallee and Jamie continue their coverage on the Hunger Games series by Suzanne Collins. This episode covers Part 1 of Sunrise on the Reaping, which is chapters 1-9, pages 1-131.Just a little teaser into this book before we get into the KNITTY GRITTY next week. We decided to cover only part 1 of this book, because quite honestly, we are just enjoying savoring it. There are so many fun little Easter eggs in this book that was are simply EATING UP. Join us as we completely geek out over how much we are loving this book,

Episode 55 continues with this glorious series. Seriously, it's a breath of fresh air. In this episode, Hallee and Jamie keep going with their coverage on the Hunger Games series by Suzanne Collins. This episode covers Part 3 of The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes, which is chapters 21-30, pages 323-517.This episode may be on the shorter side, but she is mighty! We pack quite the punch in this episode as we continue to analyze our favorite villain, President Snow. Seriously, we could go on talking about this book for agessss. It is so well done, and gives the reader exactly what they want. Safe to say... we are OBSESSED! Join us and let us know if you feel as passionately for this book as we do.

Episode 54, and there is a major vibe reset going on! Believe us, you'll feel it. In this episode, Hallee and Jamie begin their coverage of the ever popular Hunger Games series by Suzanne Collins. This episode will be diving into the first chronological book of the series, The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes. This episode will be on the first half of the book, which covers Parts 1&2, chapters 1-20, pages 1-320.Guys, no joke - this could be our best episode yet. We deep dive into President Snow's psychology, and boy are we HYPED to do so! This book truly hits different. We get to see a whole different side of our good pal Coriolanus. Do you think Snow was molded by his circumstances or that he's always been a narcissist? Tune in to hear what WE think!

Episode 53 finally wrapping up this series! In this episode, Hallee and Jamie FINISH their coverage of the Powerless series by Lauren Roberts. This episode will be diving into the second half of Fearless, which covers chapters 32-76, pages 269-588.FINALLY - we are done! Has this felt obnoxiously long for anyone else?? We must admit, we are happy to be done with this series. We actually don't hate it as much as it sounds like, (no really, we promise). But let's be honest, hopefully hating is your vibe... because this episode has quite a bit of it... But either way, make sure you tune in to the end of this episode for exciting announcements regarding how we plan to tackle our next series... The Hunger Games!!!

Episode 52, a day late and a dollar short, but here we are! In this episode, Hallee and Jamie continue their coverage of the Powerless series by Lauren Roberts. This episode covers the first half of the final novel in the trilogy, Fearless. This episode will cover chapters 1-31, pages 1-269.This week, we are tackling the final book of this series. And... so far, so good! This book is starting off much better than Reckless in our opinion. It's got everything - current and past affairs, deceit, revenge plots, and we have LOTS of theories about what the friggedy frack is going on. What more could we ask for? Join us as we dive deep into the final part of the Powerless Trilogy!

Episode 51, ready for business! In this episode, Hallee and Jamie continue their coverage of the Powerless series by Lauren Roberts. This episode covers the second half of the Reckless novel that is part of the greater series. This episode will cover chapters 27-49, pages 203-377.This week, we are finishing up Reckless. We are feeling mixed about this book. We can only take SO much of this cat and mouse game, and Kai's dramaaaaa. This series is turning out to be a tried and true mid level series for us. Do you agree? Join us as we read about Kai and Paedyn, while they CONTINUE their bullshit antics of denying their feelings for one another. Will they actually admit they love each other? Tune in to find out!

Episode 50 is here!!! The fact that 50 episodes have been recorded is just simply bonkers!! In this episode, Hallee and Jamie continue their coverage of the Powerless series by Lauren Roberts. This episode covers the first half of the Reckless novel that is part of the greater series. This episode will cover chapters 1-27, pages 1-202.Episode 50 - holy balls! FIFTY EPISODES. And we have a special guest this week!!! Don't get excited, it's just an annoying cricket who was stuck in our studio. So if you hear him, pretend it's soothing ambiance. He was just as eager as all of the rest of you to hear what happens to Kai and Paedyn - and we can't blame him. Join us as we read about Kai and Paedyn, while they play their cat and mouse game of hunting each other while denying their ~feelings~. This is messyyyyy, trust us. And we eat that shit up!

Episode 49 is here with a little baby novella. Hallee and Jamie continue their coverage of the Powerless series by Lauren Roberts. This episode covers the entire Powerful novella that is part of the greater series.This book may be small, BUT IT IS MIGHTY. God, don't let the size fool you, it will emotionally gut you from inside out. I mean... holy shit man. We truly weren't ready for this bullshit. Honestly, we're liking this book better than the full sized books in the series. But when we say we are liking it, we actually mean we are devastated beyond words.

Episode 48 is here with part two of Powerless! Hallee and Jamie continue their coverage of the young adult fantasy Powerless series by Lauren Roberts. This episode will cover chapters 33-68, pages 277-494.Back and better than ever with the second half of Powerless. And boy, was this ending a DOOZY. Honestly, if you thought the angst was enough for you in the first half of this book, then you aren't even close to ready for the second part. Who knew young adult books could contain such yearning and tension!?!?! WITHOUT THERE EVEN BEING A FIRST ACTUAL KISS. We're losing our minds over here! Join us as we keep diving into this book, (which we now fondly refer to as a chaotic shit-show).

Episode 47 is bringing listeners a new fantasy series. Hallee and Jamie begin their coverage of the popular fantasy series Powerless by Lauren Roberts. This episode will cover chapters 1-32, pages 1-276.We are back with another series coverage!!! There's just something about a deep dive that we love so much. Think of this as your little appetizer before we do a long awaited Hunger Games deep dive. This series has a lot of similarities, but also has such fun unique plot points that we just know our listeners will love. Join us as we dive into the world of Ilya and learn that being powerless doesn't mean you can't kick absolute ass.

Episode 46 is here after a MUCH too long hiatus. Don't worry, Literal Nonsense kicks back off with a fan favorite - coverage of the LATEST book in the Dream Harbor series! Hallee and Jamie continue their coverage of the series with the fourth book, The Strawberry Patch Pancake House by Laurie Gilmore.Tune in for some fun updates regarding our short absence, and kick back off with us with one of our favorite authors of all time. This book is GIVING. Spring energy, small town romance, nanny trope... and finger licking goodness (literally). Swoon with us over single dads, and believe us, you will, because even Hallee wasn't immune. We are soooo happy to be back, and you won't get rid of us that easily!

Episode 45 concludes the epic coverage of Onyx Storm. Hallee and Jamie finish up their banter and reactions regarding the newest novel from the Empyrean Series by Rebecca Yarros. This episode will cover chapters 41-66, pages 340-527.Reactions and theories galore! Join us as we relish in the ending of this amazing third book. We truly don't know how we are going to wait for the fourth book to be released. One thing we can all agree on is - our girl Rebecca can sure write an ending that keeps us feral and wanting more. Tune in to hear our thoughts on this absolute tease of a cliff hanger!

Episode 44 continues coverage on Onyx Storm. Hallee and Jamie continue their breakdown of the newest novel from the Empyrean Series by Rebecca Yarros. This episode will cover chapters 21-40, pages 180-339.Now that world building has been established, we are in for quite the adventure!!! Not only do we get some exciting new locations, but some exciting new SMUT. Thank youuuu Yarros! Join us as we disect the meaty part of this book - and all the craziness that comes with it. After this part, we absolutely cannot figure out how this book is going to end, and can't wait to see how this all gets wrapped up!

Episode 43 is here, and brings you the MUCH anticipated newest release from the Empyrean Series - Onyx Storm. Hallee and Jamie begin their coverage of the newest novel from the Fourth Wing universe by Rebecca Yarros. This episode will cover chapters 1-20, pages 1-179.ONYX. STORM. We are here!! Join us as we cover the first third of the book. It's lotssss of world building, and random names - but let's be honest. We just read through it and decided we'd be like Violet and only care about their names if they survived more than a couple chapters... The first third reads a little slow, so we just made up for it with our usual chaos. See you at Basgiath ladies and gentlemen!

Tune in for Episode 42. Hallee and Jamie continue coverage of the second book of the Empyrean Series with their breakdown of Part 2 of Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros. This episode will cover chapters 37-66, pages 337-623.Finally covering the ending that left us all torn to shreds... Join us as we chat about the absolute fuckery that was the second half of this book. Then, stay tuned for the second half of this episode where we completely spiral as we talk theories, and projections of what to expect in Onyx Storm. Make sure you're all caught up, because next week? Onyx Storm has finally arrived!

Episode 41 is here, bringing a brand new book. Hallee and Jamie dive into the next book of the series with their coverage of Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarrow. This is the second book in the Empyrean Series. This episode will cover chapters 1-36, pages 1-334.Moving right along friends! We are now onto Iron Flame, a book that brings us emotional and physical pain every step of the way. Of course our pain is broken up by some sexy smut scenes... so therefore, we subject ourselves to the torture willingly. Join us as we see what Violet's second year at Basgiath with bring her... and we can promise it's nothing short of exciting! Our jaws were on the floor with every single turn of the page.

Episode 40 has arrived. Hallee and Jamie continue their coverage of the first book of the Fourth Wing series by Rebecca Yarrow. This episode will cover chapters 18-39, pages 207-498.After a few technical difficulties, we have finally managed to give the content we have been soooo eager for. Essentially, this episode is us squealing and thirsting over our favorite shadow daddy Xaden. We truly have never found a man more mouth watering than this man right here. Join us in our fan grilling so we don't feel so creepy... k thanks.

Episode 39 is FINALLY here, and IT IS TIME!!! FOR. FOURTH. FUCKING. WING. Hallee and Jamie begin their coverage of the epic and long awaited Fourth Wing series by Rebecca Yarros. This episode will cover chapters 1-17, pages 1-205.WE HAVE ARRIVED!!! It has been a long time coming, and we finally made it. We forgot how much we missed the world of snippy dragons and the ultimate shadow daddy. WE ARE BACKKKK BABY. Your favorite girls return to their undisputed favorite genre (some spicy fantasy), and we are back and better than ever. Check out our new studio space, and join us as we rant and rave about all the drama, death, and sexiness going on within the world of Basgiath War College. You won't want to miss this!

Ending the year with Episode 38! Closing out 2024 with a Christmas vibe... but not in a holiday fun way... but in a "true crime with a sprinkle of festivity" type of way. This week, Literal Nonsense covers The Most Wonderful Time of the Year by Ally Carter.We couldn't help but to end off the year being judgey bitches as per usual. So buckle down for another episode where we have tons of opinions. We thought we would like this book more than we did honestly... but we will say, we did enjoy the true crime meets Christmas aspect. We just cannot STAND a book with a "closed door" scene. Hello - give us the smut! Don't make us YAWN! Join us on our judgmental rants to close our your year the right way!

Episode 37 brings you Literal Nonsense's first guest!!! On this episode, we are joined by none other than Laurie Gilmore, the author of The Pumpkin Spice Cafe!!! Laurie joins us for a Q&A, which is then followed by our coverage of the third book in the Dream Harbor series, The Christmas Tree Farm.GUYS !!! HOLY. SHIT. Laurie Gilmore is here!!! TALKING TO US!!! Answering questions our listeners asked!!! Please join us for this super exciting episode. We hope you enjoy it as much as we did. This episode, we dive into a Q&A session, and then head right into completely manic energy for our coverage of this book. We honestly were so, so hyped after talking to Laurie that the energy is on full unhinged levels. Sex toys and christmas trees a plenty!

Episode 36 coming in hot (and steamy!!!) with the continuation of the Dream Harbor series! Hallee and Jamie continue their coverage of the series with the second book, The Cinnamon Bun Book Store by Laurie Gilmore.Guys - we are SWEATING!! Becauseeeeee... #1 - we tell you HUGE news at the start of this episode and #2 - the cinnamon buns aren't the only things that are hot and steamy!!!! Dear lord... this book put us in a choke hold! Join us as we swoon and fan girl (an embarrassing amount) over the local town hottie. Honestly, we get why Hazel is so flustered all the damn time!

Episode 35 is here, and it's time for another series! Hallee and Jamie begin their coverage of the Dream Harbor series with the book that has taken Tiktok by storm, The Pumpkin Spice Cafe by Laurie Gilmore.Small town vibes inspired by Gilmore Girls??? Sign. Us. Up. Join us as we dive into the world of Dream Harbor and welcome the newcomer to town. The new kid in class is always a hot commodity, and it seems even the adults in Dream Harbor fall prey to their newest cute local cafe owner. Believe us, the Pumpkin Spice Cafe isn't the only thing "spicy" in Dream Harbor....

Episode 34! And SURPRISE - now introducing video!!!! Hallee and Jamie kick off their video debut with the sequel to the most messed up book that they have ever read. This week, Literal Nonsense covers Hunting Adeline by H.D. CarltonHow lucky are you to stare at us for a whole hour every week? And in order for you to fully appreciate all the expressions we make, we're covering a sick and twisted doozy! Somehow Haunting Adeline has become one of our most viewed episode - so we're giving you sickos what you clearly want.... and covering the sequel! Join us for vagina knives, and slickened thighs... I mean cm'on what else do you need?

What's this? What's this!?!?! A bonus episode?!Now introducing some bonus content for all your book lovers! Same us, same banter, same bullshit. But now! We are not only claiming to be book critics... but movie critics are well. LOL In this first ever bonus episode, we compare Stephen King's Pet Sematary to the 1989 and 2019 movie adaptations.

Episode 32 - the last spooky feature for the best month of all time (October). Hallee and Jamie end off October with a classic gothic horror. This week, Literal Nonsense covers none other than, Frankenstein by Mary Shelley.IT'S ALIVEEEEEE!!!! Join us as we do a psychological DEEP DIVE on this classic novel. Seriously, we didn't even expect to get as deep as we did. We of courseeee enjoyed our usual banter and bullshit. But who would expect a side of actual serious deep thought? Sign us up! Did you guys agree with our takeaways?

Episode 31 - another spooky feature for you all. Hallee and Jamie continue to serve spooky vibes on a platter. This week, Literal Nonsense dives into the new popular thriller, Hidden Pictures by Jason Rekulak.We are so pumped to continue our coverage on all things spooky!!!! And what's spookier than the ghosts of dead mothers haunting their daughter/son???? If you think that sounds fucked up and messy, you'd be correct! Join us as we discuss this SHOCKING, twisting and turning thriller. Did you suspect where this book was headed? We sure didn't!

Episode 30! The big 3 0. Hallee and Jamie are bringing you another chunky doozy this week for the official start of SPOOKY SEASON. But don't worry, it's warranted... because this week, the girls are covering a book by the man, the myth, the legend... Stephen King. So without further ado, we bring to you Pet Sematary by Stephen King.We are so excited to dive into the world of horror!!! Neither one of us have ever really frequented true horror books, and so this was a treat for us. Join us as we discuss dead pets, dead babies, and the true moral question - "is dead sometimes better?" Now, that may be an obvious answer to most, but would the answer changed if you could keep YOUR family intact?

Episode 29 incoming! Hallee and Jamie decided to change pace this week, and take on the world of myth re-telling. And in that regard, no one does it better than Jennifer Saint. This week, the pod will discuss but one of these infamous retellings... we bring to you Elektra by Jennifer Saint. Though the Greek myths are always captivating and dramatic, we find that they can, at times, be hard to understand in their original texts. As Greek re-tellings have taken on popular demand, we find ourselves enjoying these stories told in modern, easy to understand language by these niche, kickass authors. Join us as we discuss the DRAMA that these absolutely bat shit crazy Greeks get involved in as they betray, murder, and seduce their way through life.

Episode 28 coming in HOT! After lots of begging... Hallee and Jamie take on yet another Colleen Hoover!!! WOOOO! This week, the pod will discuss the super popular book-turned movie, (I'm sure you've guessed it)... It Ends With Us by Colleen Hoover.All the begging to Hallee paid off, and we are doing another CoHo!!! But we had to promise this was the last one... so this is it ladies and gents. Truly the reason we decided to cover this episode is because we felt compelled to not only discuss this controversial and emotional book, but also to chat about some of the drama surrounding the movie, press tour, and the author herself. You won't want to miss this - it could in fact be our most polarizing episode yet!

Episode 27 everyone - Hallee and Jamie tone it down with the super sappy romances, and bring to you a more realistic take on love. After all, we're all just "normal people" when it comes to navigating the tricky world of love. This week will cover Normal People by Sally Rooney.Heyyyy friends!!! It's officially fall season, which means pumpkin spice lattes are being injected into our veins as we head back into the world of school and work. Fall also means an end to our summer romance binge, and bringing you a more contemporary style novel. We had so much fun reading this, and shockingly, the roles are reversed this week. Is this the first time Hallee liked a book MORE than Jamie? (Who seemingly like almost anything). Listen to find out!

EPISODE 26 - The end cap to a summer of romances! This week, to end off a summer of fun, Hallee and Jamie close out with a romance that has been allll the rage. That's right, the girls are bringing you Just for the Summer by Abby Jimenez.Guys.... not only are we bringing you a SUPER popular book that it seems everyone and their mother has read this summer... but dare we say this is our BEST EPISODE EVER!?!?! I'm not even going to say much more than the fact that the manic energy and passion is back full force. You will feel like you're in a book club with your two besties... which we are. What are you waiting for?!?! Go listen....

Episode 25... means the pod is officially at its quarter life crisis. Which means another romance!!! This week, Hallee and Jamie will be discussing It Happened One Summer by Tessa Bailey.Another romance!?!?! Who are we and more importantly is Hallee okay? But who wouldn't want a grumpy/sunshine, party girl and steamy fisherman to end their summer!?!?! The answer is not us, so here we are, talking about party girls and hot fishermen. So come out to sea with us, and get swept away by the tide... OF LOVE.

Episode 24 is brining us all around the world. Join Hallee and Jamie as they dive into a classic memoir that they've been excited to read for a while now. This week, the girls discuss Eat Pray Love by Elizabeth Gilbert.Come along with us as we travel to Italy to eat alllllll the goodies, India for some deep reflection and mediation, and Indonesia to hang with cute little medicine men and meet some steamy Brazilian eye candy. Truly, we wish we actually were traveling these places, but at least we can all live vicariously through our girl Liz. Come along with us as we chat about her adventures to these magical places. That's kind of the same thing right???

Episode 23 is back with summer ~vibes~. This week, Hallee and Jamie dive into the classic trope of enemies to lovers, but with this book's creative twist. They head to Hawaii for all the twin-sneaking, seafood buffet poisoning fun. That's right - this week, the girls cover The Unhoneymooners by Christina Lauren. This episode is on themeeee, because Jamie is a maniac. We are covering The Unhoneymooners in honor of Jamie just returning from HER honeymoon. Slightly ironic since this book is the UNhoneymooners, but we tried, okay? Dive right into the crystal clear blue waters with us, as we watch Olive and Ethan fight their burning attraction for one another on a romantic honeymoon vacation that isn't theirs! Yes, you heard that right... Tune in because this book gives as much fire and drama as those Hawaiian volcanos. Owww owwww!!!

Episode 22 is going to be mellowwwww because you all deserve it. For this book, Hallee and Jamie have a philosophical self-help chit-chat that sparks some deep conversations. This week, they cover a self-help fan favorite, The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz. This episode is a well deserved break for everyone. Honestly, we needed Jesus after the last three episodes, but since we're not religious, we settled for a little hippie self-help book. This week we really enjoyed ourselves talking about some principles that we can all use to adopt in our daily lives. We're trying to be good people out here everyone! Hopefully you all enjoy this little break from the typical mayhem of our last few episodes, and share our spark for intellectual conversation.

Episode 21 is quite the doozy friends. Hallee and Jamie ventured into new territories by covering this highly recommended Booktok dark romance. This was a book that Hallee and Jamie have seen all over the internet, and they decided to give it a go. Maybe you've guessed it! This episode will cover the highly discussed Haunting Adeline by H.D. Carlton.This episode is a little different for us friends. We are all about the edgy and racy, but we never could've anticipated some of the content in this book! We want to start off this description by putting a trigger warning. There will dark concepts discussed in this episode, as well as content that may be troubling to some listeners. If this is not your cup of tea, please feel free to skip this episode. But if you are up for it, tune in to hear our VERY opinionated thoughts on this book. As well as our reactions to what the fuck we were reading. Jesus himself couldn't have prepared us for this shit.

Holy shit, we made it to EPISODE 20!! How did we get here!?!?! Hallee and Jamie are continuing their solo book journey by covering a fan favorite author, Colleen Hoover. This was a book that was also voted for by our lovely listeners. And so without further ado... this episode will cover Ugly Love by Colleen Hoover.Our listeners went from a sick little thriller, to a sick little love story. You guys just love pain... jeez. We speculate that most of you probably voted for this just to torture Hallee by making her read a CoHo book. Which Jamie greatly appreciates and loves you for. Join us as we cover this epic love story, and have our perhaps most heated discussion up to date. Our personalities reallyyyyy shine through in this episode. In fact, we could not have more opposite opinions regarding this novel. It's an episode you WON'T want to miss.

LETS GO EPISODE 19!! Hallee and Jamie are moving on to new and exciting things!!! We leave the world of SJM behind, as promised. This riveting thriller was a book voted for by our listeners. It took a while to get here, but it is finally here!!! This episode will cover The Housemaid by Freida McFadden.New content, new content, new content! And it's not by SJM! Yippieeeeeee! Our listeners said they wanted us to cover a thriller, and then out of the options we gave you, you picked this fucked up little tale. The choice was very appreciated friends, because wow - what a story! You guys are sick little freaks, huh? Join us as we cover this anxiety inducing book. Hear our thoughts, our reactions, and our strong opinions (as usual). We enjoyed covering this book so much, and we learned the crucial lesson of never leaving books out on the table ever again! We swear we won't.

Time for Episode 18 babies! Hallee and Jamie have their last chat on SJM (THANK GOD). This episode will cover closing thoughts on all things A Court of Thorns and Roses, and Crescent City by Sarah J. Maas.Did you guys think we were an SJM podcast? LOL… We don't blame you, because it sure as shit seemed like it! But never fear, we are moving on!!! As much as ACOTAR, CC, and SJM hold a special place in our hearts, it is time to say goodbye to the multiverse madness, and theories that make us pull our hair out. Join us for this final episode where we talk about our closing thoughts. Honestly, after 17 long freaking episodes, we needed to sum it all up. So come with us one last time before our new content and adventures together.

Episode 17 is here! Hallee and Jamie FINALLY end their discussion on the newest Crescent City novel, Crescent City House of Flame and Shadow. This episode will cover Part 3 of this book titled "The Ascent", which is chapters 65-102, pages 581-838. This episode, we ARE FINALLY DONE WITH CRESCENT CITY AND SJM!!! HOLYYY SHIT - WE DID IT. Thank you guys from the bottom of our hearts for tuning in to this journey with us. Join us for our final chat on SJM (for now) and hear our thoughts on how she ended this long awaited "crossover" novel. We will warn, we are again VERY opinionated and many rants are had. Do you agree or disagree with our stance? Tune in to find out!

Time for Episode 16! Hallee and Jamie continue their discussion on the newest Crescent City novel, Crescent City House of Flame and Shadow. This episode will cover Part 2 of this book titled "The Search ", which is chapters 28-64, pages 271-577.This episode, we are judgey little bitches... but to be fair - it's warranted! Sarah, we have some bones to pick with some of your choices sister! Join us as we dissect the plot, the story line, the characters and everything in between. Never fear, we don't just whine the whole time. Of course we bring you unhinged opinions and theories and our witty banter as usual. Tune in as we gear up for the epic and ultimate finale! (Or at least what we hope will be epic)....

SOUND THE ALARMS!!! - We made it to Episode 15!!! Hallee and Jamie begin their THREE part deep dive on the newest Crescent City novel, Crescent City House of Flame and Shadow. This episode will cover Part 1 of this book titled "The Drop", which is chapters 1-27, pages 1-268.The book we have been waiting for! The book that inspired us to start this pod! We have madeeeee it. After 5 months, a full reread of the Maasverse, blood, sweat and tears later....WE. ARE. HERE. This episode we talk all about our initial reactions to our first read of Part 1, and also theorize and speculate where we think this book is going. You can literally hear the gears of our brain turning as we try and piece it together. Get ready babies, because it's a conversation heavy episode, so prepareeee yourselves.

BUCKLE THE HELL UP BECAUSE ITS EPISODE 14!!! Hallee and Jamie finish up the second half of Crescent City House of Sky and Breath. This episode will cover the end of this book, chapters 41-78, pages 437-801.The way that we have been WAITING to record this episode. We are covering the content that shook all of our very souls to the core. I mean what in the Maasverse was this!?!?! We recount the first time we read this and how absolutely feral we went. You all know what we are referring to... and if you don't -LOOK AWAY!!! MAJOR SERIES SPOILERS AHEAD. Join us as we head into the Eternal City to reveal some mind blowing shit!!!

Episode 13 is here!!! Hallee and Jamie move on to the second book in the Crescent City series, Crescent City House of Sky and Breath. This episode covers the first half of this book, chapters 1-40, pages 1-436.And guess what!?!? The audio is still magical and we are officially back in business babyyyyy. We're so excited, that we gave you guys ANOTHER CHUNKYYYY episode. Just kidding... honestly, that's just an excuse... it's chonky again because these books are simply too big, and TOO layered to have short episodes. But it's allll worth it. So, join us as we dive right into the second book in this series, because shit is going DOWN. We have random new characters who die in the first 20 pages, a celibacy pact (which is cornnyyyy!! Give us the steamy scenes!!!!), and a new dysfunctional little inner circle forming. Let this episode be your appetizer guys, because the end of the book SERVES.